Education leaders in Northwest Territories, including Education Minister Caitlin Cleveland, are convening to discuss funding issues following the layoff of 13 teachers at East Three elementary and secondary schools in Inuvik. The layoffs are a direct result of funding cuts from Jordan’s Principle, which previously supported educational resources. Cleveland mentioned that the Beaufort Delta Divisional Education Council is responsible for staffing decisions and could not confirm if further cuts are imminent. To mitigate these losses, the government is proposing a $30 million fund aimed at enhancing inclusive education across the territory, with details on allocation pending approval in the upcoming Legislative Assembly session starting at the end of May. Parents, like Zoila Castillo, are particularly concerned about the loss of the French immersion program, which poses challenges for students transitioning to an English curriculum amidst reduced teacher availability. MLA Denny Rodgers has received numerous complaints from constituents regarding both the layoffs and the program cuts, emphasizing the broader community impact as these teachers are integral to local activities and youth programs.